South Dakota Code § 19-2-12

No physician-patient privilege if death or substantial bodily harm likely
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There is no privilege under subdivision 19-19-503(b) as to any communication to a physician licensed under chapter
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relevant to the physical, mental, or emotional condition of a patient if, under the circumstances, the physician reasonably believes actions by the patient are likely to result in imminent death or substantial bodily harm to another.

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